About the role
AI summarisedResearch Engineer/Senior Research Engineer - Electroplating, (APM), IME role at A*STAR in Singapore.
ResearchOnsiteInstitute of Microelectronics
Key Responsibilities
- Support developing and sustaining electroplating processes (Cu TSV/Damascene/ RDL/Pillar, UBM, micro-bump) in both R&D and small volume manufacturing environments.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electroplating defects (e.g., voids, roughness, non-uniformity, adhesion issues).
- Design and perform DOEs to define process windows, characterize new requirements, and evaluate plating chemistries and technologies.
- Compile, analyse, and interpret test data to establish process specifications.
- Generate comprehensive technical reports for both internal teams and customers.
- Collaborate closely with senior engineers, process integrators, and cross-functional teams to align with technology roadmaps and process capability requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related fields.
- Solid knowledge of experimental design (DOE), data analysis, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., statistical analysis, root cause analysis).
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic R&D setting.